In this week’s episode of Vox and Friends, Jamelle and Jaime are joined by Mother Jones‘ Adam Serwer to discuss the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and its implications for civil liberties, as well as two new studies on race relations and racism. Questions, comments, suggestions? Send us an email ! Today’s links include: Why […]
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Bottom Up
Think the minimum wage covers everything but restaurant workers? Think again.
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Mike Huckabee Offers Mini-Endorsements
Caucus czar doesn’t favor one candidate, but does rule out Romney and Paul
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Vander Plaats Still Open to Endorsing Gingrich
The Iowa Tea Party leader might endorse the former speaker despite his refusal to sign a values pledge.
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Pocketbook Rules
In the GOP nomination fight, money trumps morality.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Countdown to 2012…and Shutdown
Despite the importance of the legislation that must be passed before the holidays, don’t expect Congress to agree before a clear winner emerges.
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The Monster Rebels against Its Master
The Israeli government is fine with “breaking the rule of law”—as long as it’s state-sanctioned.
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Conflict’s Resolution
The end of the Iraq War marks a victory for progressives, but tough work lies ahead.
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One Small Step for Newt
Gingrich indulges a number of fantasy ideas, but he gets it right for space exploration.
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Important Election News from Across the Pond
A reminder that what happens in Europe will mean more for the presidential election than almost anything the GOP does.
